Newcastle United vs Liverpool: Odds, Lineups, Predictions, Preview

• Fixture: Newcastle United vs Liverpool

• Date: Monday, 25 August 2025

• Kick-off: 20:00 BST

• Venue: St. James' Park

Newcastle United started their Premier League campaign with a goalless draw against Aston Villa. They'll have to maintain their solid defensive form from their top-flight opener to keep the visitors out in this clash.

Liverpool showed attacking flair in securing a 4-2 win against Bournemouth. The Reds' ability to score goals could be crucial, but they'll need to be wary of Newcastle's potential to counter-attack effectively.

The match could be a tight affair, with both teams seeking to capitalise on any weaknesses. Newcastle might focus on a solid defensive structure to frustrate Liverpool, while the visitors will aim to break down the Magpies' backline with their creative midfield and potent attack. Given the recent results, Liverpool might just have the edge, but Newcastle's home advantage could make it a close contest.

Match Prediction: Newcastle United 1-2 Liverpool

Newcastle United's goalless draw at Aston Villa on game week one was a decent result. The Magpies would likely have taken a draw before the game, but the north east team will feel like they should have recorded a victory after a strong display. 

Their struggle to find the back of the net against Villa could be a concern against a strong Liverpool side. However, playing at home might give them the boost needed to improve their performance. If they can keep it tight in defence and find a way to be more clinical in front of goal, they could pose a challenge to Liverpool.

Recent Premier League Results:

• Draw: 0-0 vs Aston Villa (A)

Liverpool’s ability to score goals, as demonstrated in the Bournemouth match, could be key against a Newcastle side that struggled to find the net against ten-man Villa. However, the Reds' defence is not watertight. If they can maintain their attacking threat while tightening up at the back, they should be confident of getting a positive result at St. James' Park.

Recent Premier League Results:

• Win: 4-2 vs AFC Bournemouth (H)

Liverpool have won three of the last five meetings, while Newcastle have won one, with one draw, suggesting that the Merseysiders have had the upper hand in recent encounters. 

Recent Results (All competitions)

• Liverpool 1-2 Newcastle United (16 Mar 2025)

• Liverpool 2-0 Newcastle United (26 Feb 2025)

• Newcastle United 3-3 Liverpool (04 Dec 2024)

• Liverpool 4-2 Newcastle United (01 Jan 2024)

• Newcastle United 1-2 Liverpool (27 Aug 2023)

• Joe Willock (Calf) - Out

• Alexander Isak (Not considered for selection due to ongoing transfer speculation) - Out

• Conor Bradley (Muscle) - Doubt

• Pope, Trippier, Burn, Schär, Livramento, Joelinton, Tonali, Guimarães, Barnes, Gordon, Elanga
  
  Newcastle's predicted lineup suggests a focus on maintaining a solid defensive structure with players like Schär and Burn, while relying on the creativity of Guimarães and Gordon to spark their attack. Given their recent struggles to score, they'll need to be more clinical in front of goal to challenge Liverpool.

• Alisson, Frimpong, van Dijk, Konaté, Kerkez, Szoboszlai, Mac Allister, Salah, Wirtz, Gakpo, Ekitiké

• Liverpool's predicted lineup indicates a strong emphasis on their attacking prowess, with Salah and Gakpo leading the line, supported by the creativity of Szoboszlai and Mac Allister. They'll need to ensure their defence, anchored by van Dijk and Konaté, remains solid to counter Newcastle's potential counter-attacks.

• Kieran Trippier vs Mohamed Salah: Trippier will need to be at his best to contain Salah's attacking threat.

• Bruno Guimarães vs Dominik Szoboszlai: Guimarães' midfield battle with Szoboszlai could be crucial in dictating the tempo of the game.

• Anthony Gordon (Newcastle United): Gordon's creativity and pace could be key for Newcastle's attack.

• Virgil van Dijk (Liverpool): van Dijk's leadership and defensive solidity will be vital for Liverpool's backline.

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Odds and market details are accurate as of the time of publication.